Janki Nagar - Pakhanjur, Uttar Bastar Kanker
Janki Nagar is a village situated in the Pakhanjur tehsil of Uttar Bastar Kanker district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pakhanjur and around 145 km from the district headquarters in Kanker. Jankinagar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Janki Nagar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Janki Nagar is 448310. The village covers a total geographical area of 334 hectares and falls under the 494776 pincode. Pakhanjur is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Janki Nagar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Antagarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kanker Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Janki Nagar
According to the 2011 Census, Janki Nagar village had a total population of 1,268 people, including 666 males and 602 females, living in 235 households. The sex ratio was 904 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 82.35%, with male literacy at 88.31% and female literacy at 75.64%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,268 | 666 | 602 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 186 | 93 | 93 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 891 | 506 | 385 |
| Illiterate Population | 377 | 160 | 217 |
Nearby Villages of Janki Nagar
Janki Nagar is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Dotometa | North-West | 1.38 km |
| Ghodagaon | East | 1.95 km |
| Vanshri | East | 3.25 km |
| Laxmipur | South-West | 3.45 km |
| Jaishri Nagar | North-East | 3.56 km |
| Aadapharsi | West | 3.70 km |
| Nirde | South-West | 3.84 km |
| Anjadi | South-East | 3.87 km |
| Murdonda | South | 3.92 km |
| Purshotam Nagar | North | 4.12 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Janki Nagar
Janki Nagar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Dalli Rajhara, while the nearest airport is Raipur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 138.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Pakhanjur to Janki Nagar is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kanker to Janki Nagar is about 145 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Janki Nagar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Janki Nagar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Janki Nagar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Janki Nagar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Janki Nagar
Where is Janki Nagar located?
Janki Nagar village is located in Pakhanjur Tehsil, Uttar Bastar Kanker district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Janki Nagar?
The Gram Panchayat of Janki Nagar is Jankinagar.
What is the pincode of Janki Nagar?
The pincode of Janki Nagar is 494776.
What is the population of Janki Nagar?
Janki Nagar had a total population of 1,268, including 666 males and 602 females.
How many households are there in Janki Nagar?
Janki Nagar had 235 households.
What is the literacy rate in Janki Nagar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Janki Nagar was 82.35%. Male literacy was 88.31% and female literacy was 75.64%.